Sheet Metal Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

Looking to build a hands-on career you can be proud of? As a Sheet Metal Apprentice, you will dive into the world of commercial HVAC installation, learning real skills that grow with you year after year. From your first day on the job, you will work side-by-side with experienced pros — measuring, cutting, assembling, and installing ductwork that keeps buildings running at their best.

Over four years, you will master everything from reading blueprints to installing equipment and even learning basic welding techniques. Every day brings the opportunity to build something real, take on bigger challenges, and become a vital part of a high-performing team.

We are looking for motivated, dependable individuals who are ready to show up, work hard, and keep raising the bar. If you are someone who loves solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a team, this is where your future in the trades starts.

New England Air Systems has an in-house apprentice program that takes 4 years to complete with a combination of 8,000 on the job training hours and classes that will teach you building foundations for learning about the sheet metal trade.

Ready to earn while you learn — and set yourself up for a career that lasts a lifetime? Join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for :

• Measures, cuts, and welds pieces together according to specifications, blueprints, or directions from foreman.
• Identify and assemble common ductwork types.
• Correctly connect, hang, seal, and insulate ductwork.
• Install fire and smoke dampers, as well as access doors.
• Assemble knocked-down ductwork (field assembly).
• Properly use hand tools, electric tools, ladders, and lifts (LK's).
• Keep a clean and organized work area.

Skill Progression Across the Program :

Physical Requirements

The team you will be joining :

Our Operations Team is a group of a dynamic and collaborative employees that turns plans and drawings into reality. This team is made up of skilled professionals who work together to coordinate installs, solve on-site challenges, and ensure projects are completed to the highest quality standards. With a focus on craftsmanship, teamwork, and precision, the Operations Team takes pride in delivering high-quality systems and meeting deadlines. As a member of this team, you will work alongside hard-working employees who support each other and embrace every challenge with a solution-oriented mindset.

Who we are looking for :

Qualifications

Who we are

New England Air Systems is proud to serve as the industry leader in comprehensive mechanical systems throughout Vermont, New Hampshire, and upstate New York. We design, build, install, maintain, and service HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. With a legacy of living our values since 1972, we are committed to customer relationships and building systems that last.

We believe that great work starts with great people. That’s why we foster a culture built on collaboration, growth, and excellence. As one of Vermont’s top employers, we invest in our team through ongoing training and advancement opportunities—ensuring that you are not just doing a job but building a career that lasts a lifetime.

Benefits

The base hourly range for this role is $18.00 to $31.00 per hour based on the level of apprentice that you are in. We determine final compensation based on discussions with applicants and their experience in similar roles.